Keto No-Churn Salted Caramel Pretzel Ice Cream
This creamy homemade ice cream combines rich caramel flavors with crunchy salted pretzels in a simple no-churn method. Made with just heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk as the base, it develops a smooth, scoopable texture without an ice cream maker. The swirled caramel sauce and coarse sea salt create sweet-salty contrast, while crumbled pretzels add satisfying crunch throughout. Perfect for summer entertaining or anytime you want restaurant-quality ice cream at home.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Combine whipping cream and sweetened condensed milk in mixer bowl
- 2
Beat for 4-6 minutes on medium-high speed until mixture looks light and creamy
- 3
Pour into freezer safe container and drizzle in caramel syrup
- 4
Add caramel sauce, pretzels and sea salt
- 5
Take a butter knife and drag through the mixture to swirl throughout
- 6
Cover and freeze 8-10 hours, preferably overnight
Tips
Beat cream mixture as fast as possible without spattering for best texture
Use a standard loaf pan which perfectly fits the 4 cups this recipe yields
Swirl gently with knife to create ribbons rather than fully mixing the caramel
Good to Know
Cover tightly and store in freezer for up to 1 month for best quality
Can be made up to 1 week ahead, allow to soften slightly before scooping
Let soften at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping for easier serving
Common Mistakes
Beat slowly to avoid cream spattering out of bowl
Don't overmix after adding mix-ins to maintain swirl pattern
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make this without an electric mixer?
Yes, but it will take much longer to whip by hand and may not achieve the same light texture that makes no-churn ice cream successful.
What if I don't have caramel coffee syrup?
You can substitute with regular caramel sauce or make simple caramel by melting sugar until amber and adding cream.
How long will this keep in the freezer?
Properly covered, it will keep for up to 1 month, though texture and flavor are best within the first week.